Careers and pay
Bonus
An extra payment on top of salary, usually tied to personal performance, company results or both.
A plain-English explanation of how this usually works in the UK, not legal advice. Rules change, so check your own situation. For free, impartial advice on work rights, try Acas. Disclaimer.
You'll hear it as
The bonus is up to 10 per cent, but it's discretionary.
Why it matters to you.
"Discretionary" means you have no right to it. Ask how often it's actually paid out, and what decides the amount.
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